Category Archives: italy

Mind your paws…

Posted on March 4, 2012 by

What is this life if full of care we have no time to stand and stare? One of those occasions when such time is forced upon us is queueing. I was reminded of this as I waited to take my … Continue reading →

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Cheese Scones

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Edinburgh. Dreich day. Rowan berries sodden on the grass. Out in the street plastic barriers, no entry and diversion signs. And mud, also men in wellie boots and bright yellow jackets, in the pits dug for the gas mains renewal. … Continue reading →

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The town of towers – and dogs

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

I’ve been in San Gimignano in Tuscany three times and each time I remember it differently. The town is known for its medieval towers (around 72 at its peak, now reduced to 14). The first visit was an aside on … Continue reading →

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